Obituaries
Donte Jones, Sr
May 15, 2024
Donte Lamont Jones Sr., 50, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. He was born on August 24, 1973, in Champaign, Illinois to Terry Jones and Wanda Hollingsworth. He was preceded in death by his father. Donte is survived by his loving wife, Tawanda Thornton-Jones; children, Donte Jones Jr, Desheriay Thornton, Vachean Jones, Tejanee Jone; siblings, Maurice...
Bill "Little Billy" Adams
May 15, 2024
Bill "Little Billy" Adams, 61, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. He was born on November 14, 1962 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Charles and Thelma Adams. He is also preceded in death by his sisters, Brenda and Janet; and a brother, Frankie. Bill was an avid fisherman and he loved to go fishing with...
Samuel Vance Steele
May 15, 2024
Samuel Vance Steele, born on March 10, 1937, in Ironton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2024, at the serene Avow hospice facility in Naples, Florida, at the age of 87. He is survived by his daughter, Kelli Steele Silliman (James), and his grandsons, James B. Silliman (Shannon), Zachary J. Silliman, Samuel K. Silliman (Samantha), and Samuel V. Steele...
Barry Bruce Barnes
May 15, 2024
Barry Bruce Barnes, 81, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. He retired from Ford Motor Company and was the longtime owner of BB Tax & Bookkeeping. Barry was a member, as well as the former president, of the Kentucky American Saddlebred Pleasure Horse Association. He was born on March 2, 1943 in Louisville, Kentucky to...
Jared Thomas Moore
May 15, 2024
Jared Thomas Moore, 35, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. He was born on September 8, 1988 in Waxahachie, Texas to Don Moore and Delredia Fields. A graduate of University of North Texas, he loved anime, sci-fi, and fantasy. He was part of the Distinguished Achievement Program at Waxahachie High School with a 4.3 GPA. Jared...
Larry Steven Carter, Sr.
May 14, 2024
Larry Steven Carter, Sr., 77, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Larry was a loving and devoted husband, father, and Papaw. He was kind, thoughtful, and willing to help anyone in need. Larry enjoyed spending time watching westerns and golf on TV. Most importantly, he loved hosting his guests and making memories with his family. Larry...
Peggy Diehl
May 14, 2024
Peggy Diehl, 82, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Peggy was a loving wife, mom, grandma, sister, aunt, and friend. She always loved spending time with her family especially her grandkids. Some of her favorite hobbies were playing BINGO, traveling to the beach, and going to the Casino. Peggy will truly be missed by all who...
Mary Jo Mcclure
May 14, 2024
Mary Jo McClure was born in Fort Smith, Arkansas on August 1, 1935 to the late Adam and Velma Ingram. She was the oldest of 3 sisters and one brother, whom she would say was the pride and joy of her life. She married Earl Loyde McClure in 1951. They were married almost 50 years until he passed in 2000....
Robert Lee Kessinger
May 14, 2024
Robert Lee Kessinger, 80, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. He was born on June 22, 1943 in Louisville, Kentucky to the late Robert Kessinger and Virginia Woods Kessinger. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Todd Kessinger; and sister, Donna Anderson. Robert is survived by his loving wife of...
Thomas Barker Vogt
May 14, 2024
Thomas Barker Vogt, 65, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. He was born on January 21, 1959 in Louisville, Kentucky to Ernest and Marjorie (Gage) Vogt. Thomas was an avid weight lifter, he enjoyed spending time on walks through Cherokee Park and drawing. He is preceded in death by his Father, Ernest B. Vogt, Mother, Marjorie...
Evelyn Louise Wease
May 14, 2024
Evelyn Louise Wease, 71, passed away on May 14, 2024. She enjoyed collecting porcelain dolls and working in her flower garden. Evelyn loved her fur babies. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Wease, Sr., son, Charles Wease, Jr.; parents, Lucille Blevins and Sam Blevins; sister, Ruby Fields and brothers, Johnny Blevins and Bobby Kenney. Evelyn leaves to...
Charles Paul Russell
May 14, 2024
Charles Paul Russell, May 14th, 2024 born in San Antonio, Texas on June 17th 1952. Peacefully passed alongside family member at his side. He was a resident of Louisville and called Louisville his home from the early 60’s. He attended St. Ann’s Catholic School in San Antonio Texas and subsequently St. Margaret Mary School to finish out 8th grade. He...
Clara Marie Stum
May 14, 2024
Clara Marie Stum, 96, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Clara was a proud member of Howard Chapel Baptist Church. She was a phenomenal cook and she made everything from scratch. She was an excellent seamstress. Clara also enjoyed crossword puzzles, westerns, making jewelry, gardening, and most importantly spending time with her family. She was...
Freddie Lee "Horse" Powell
May 13, 2024
Freddie Lee "Horse" Powell, 74, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024. Freddie was raised in the Beecher Terrace neighborhood. He was an avid basketball fan. He enjoyed traveling and flirting with the ladies. Freddie always looked pristine and enjoyed dressing sharp in his "pretty little things". Most importantly, Freddie loved his family and enjoyed making memories...
Lanna D "Deniese" Pyles
May 13, 2024
Lanna "Deniese" Pyles, age 66 of Simpsonville, Kentucky passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024. She was born June 4, 1957 to the late William Thomas Ingram and Myrtle Sudie Morris Ingram. She graduated from Taylorsville High School and was an employee of Kentucky state government from 1975 to 2021. Deniese was a member of Wakefield Baptist Church. She was...
Leo Eugene Eicher
May 13, 2024
Leo Eugene Eicher, 78, of New Albany, Indiana passed away peacefully on Monday, May 13, 2024. “Lee” was born on September 14,1945, to Leo George and Martha Louise (Vernia) Eicher at the old St. Edwards Hospital in New Albany, Indiana. He graduated from New Albany High School in 1963. From an early age, Lee was an avid car lover. He...
Jerry Thomas Baker
May 12, 2024
Jerry Thomas Baker, 79, of New Albany, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024. Jerry was a proud member of Holy Family Catholic Church in New Albany, Indiana. He enjoyed UK Basketball, golfing, bowling, grilling, the beach, and most importantly spending time with family. He was born on March 22, 1945, in Evansville, Indiana, to the late Larry Thomas...
Leslie Lee Cardona, Iii
May 12, 2024
Leslie Lee Cardona, III, 83, of Louisville, Kentucky passed away on May 12, 2024. At his request, there will be no formal service and Mr. Cardona will be laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery in Louisville. To leave a condolence for the family, please click, "Share Memories."
Bob Farris
May 12, 2024
Bob Farris , 78, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024. He was born on January 17, 1946 in Estill County, Kentucky to the late Thomas Jefferson and Anna Evelyn (Crouch) Farris. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by first wife and mother of his children, Alverta Brandenburg Farris, his recent wife, Gerogetta Farris...
Vernon L. Dunn
May 10, 2024
Vernon Dunn, 87, of Otisco, Indiana, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024. Vernon enjoyed fishing, hunting, building, gardening, and most importantly spending time with his family. He was born on December 13, 1936 in Milton, Indiana to the late Joseph and Elsie (McClellan) Dunn. On June 28, 1980 Vernon married the love of his life Marilyn Trent. In addition...
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